6637S-1-203

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Rotary Potentiometers, Rheostats are found in many electronic applications and can serve a wide range of functions. The 6637S-1-203 is a 3-terminal, 6.0Ω, 0.15 Watt rheostat that is often used as a voltage divider, allowing control over one part of a circuit. It also can function as a current limiter or voltage regulator and is commonly found as an adjustable resistance in power supplies, audio equipment and industrially operated machines.

Essentially, the 6637S-1-203 is built like a regular potentiometer, but instead of angular motion used to control the signal, an axial force is applied. The device is formed from a strip of resistive material with two electrical connections, held in place by an external case. A sliding contact, often referred to as a wiper, moves along the length of the component, operating as an adjustable resistor and allowing the user to set the resistance as needed.

The working principle of the 6637S-1-203 is quite simple. Depending on where it is used, it functions either to reduce or increase the voltage or current. If used as a voltage divider, the voltage is applied to the two terminals, resulting in a fraction of the full voltage across the wiper. This allows the user to regulate the output voltage as they require.

A rheostat can also be used as a current limiter. By putting the component in series with the circuit, the current through the sliding wiper is controlled. As the wiper moves, the resistance is changed, limiting or stopping the amount of current that can pass through the circuit.

The 6637S-1-203 application field and working principle provides the necessary resistance needed for many types of equipment, including audio and video systems, power supplies, and industrial controllers. Its simple three-terminal configuration makes it both inexpensive and reliable, giving manufacturers the flexibility needed to incorporate it into their designs. Whether used as a voltage divider, current limiter, or voltage regulator, the 6637S-1-203 is an essential component for electrical applications. It is safe, user-friendly, and easy to install and maintain.

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